Indian title

Definition of "Indian title"
  1. A type of land ownership that American Indians possess, permitting them to inhabit particular tracts with authorization from the U.S. government
How to use "Indian title" in a sentence
  1. The Indian title to this land carries both privileges and responsibilities, enforced by federal law.
  2. Upon examination of historical documents, lawyers discovered the Indian title for the property in question.
  3. New construction projects on tribal lands must respect Indian title and the rights that come with it.

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